Willamette University
Salem, Oregon
Private not-for-profit·Four or more years·Doctor's degree - professional practice·GPA 3.67
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Willamette University is a private liberal arts college in Salem, Oregon, United States. Founded in 1842, it is the oldest college in the Western United States. Originally named the Oregon Institute, the school was an unaffiliated outgrowth of the Methodist Mission. The name was changed to Wallamet University in 1852, followed by the current spelling in 1870. Willamette founded the first medical school and law…
- Rankings
#60 (Washington Monthly)▼
Liberal Arts Colleges
Ranked #60 in Liberal Arts Colleges (2025). Source: Washington Monthly ↗
National Liberal Arts Colleges
Ranked #76 in National Liberal Arts Colleges (2026). Source: US News ↗
Value rank
Ranked #296 on Washington Monthly Best Bang for the Buck (2025). Source: WM Best Value ↗
National rank
Ranked #340 in Forbes Top Colleges (2026). Source: Forbes ↗
- Tuition — In-State
$48,268▼
900 State St, Salem, Oregon, 97301
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